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The Western Bays — the waters stretching 10 miles from the East Rockaway Inlet to the Jones Inlet — are in the midst of a much-needed resurgence. The bays represent a vital … more
Lynbrook Fire Department members took time from volunteering to rescue people in trouble to be part of the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce’s Car Show on Atlantic Avenue last month. … more
Lynbrook resident and World War II veteran, Paul Pette, was celebrated for his past military service and his 101st birthday. Pette turned 101 on Aug. 29 and his fellow veterans from Lynbrook … more
The Mary Ruchalski Foundation has prepared to make the most of Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month with several fundraiser events that support rare disease research and treatment for children in need. … more
The East Rockaway school district said hello to 15 new teachers and welcomed them during the annual orientation on Aug. 26, which was led by Sean Murray, the assistant superintendent of curriculum … more
Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, is listed by the World Health Organization as a probable carcinogen. Pesticides like this one are being applied with abandon on Long Island’s lawns, endangering the Island’s only aquifer while threatening the health of its human residents as well as the birds, bees and household pets that share our biosphere. more
I’ve been in the local news business a long time. Not long enough to remember the first handwritten newspaper, distributed in Venice in 1566, or the first printed news sheets, published in Germany in 1605, but I go back. more
Our family, like many others, moved to Baldwin for its beautiful diversity, high-quality schools, safe neighborhoods, and proximity to New York City. We had long admired its picturesque homes and manicured lawns, signs of a peaceful and prosperous quality of life. Indeed, Baldwin is full of great assets and resources, yet few would argue that the community has realized its full potential. more
“School’s Open — Drive Carefully” has been the annual refrain in a back-to-school safety-awareness campaign that is now nearly 80 years old. But it’s worth repeating every September. more
In a world where unpredictable events can unfold in the blink of an eye, it has never been more important for every member of our communities to play an active role in maintaining their safety and security...The simple act of noticing something unusual and reporting it can be the key to preventing a crime, averting a disaster, or saving a life. more
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